Do not buy an 1862 Police from Midway

[nkbj]

Stop buying it and they'll clean up their act.

 

[ernbar]

They know, and have known for years, hence their "no return" policy. Maybe at one time Midway was a reputable company, however that time is long past. Just another cash grab, once you pay your money, it is no longer their problem.

I don’t know of any gun store that will take a gun back after it leaves their doors. Last year I received a Dragoon from Midway that had a blemish on the finish. I called them and was told to send it back to them for an exchange or refund. The blemish came off with Flitz so I kept it otherwise it would have been taken back as instructed.
I have bought unmentionables at Academy, Bass Pro, and local gunshops and was told once the gun leaves the store any issues with it need to go thru the manufacturer, not them.

 

[45D]

only problem is ruger is a fantasy gun....

No, it really existed / exists. I have 5 of them and they were built exactly as designed. Not a copy of anything but a genuine original Ruger Model.

Mike

 

[JRL1164]

Not to continue to beat a dead horse but both my Pietta 1851 and 1860 came from Midway and both were fine and I had no complaints.

Most resellers/distributors receipt inspections are typically just to make sure the received the correct item for their purchase order and the correct quantity. It then goes into stock pending sale. Its not really the place of the distributor to ensure functionality of the product they've purchased to resell but that of the manufacturer. The only stipulation to this would be product returns in which case the distributor/reseller would normally inspect the return to verify its condition can be restocked or sent off for work.

The issues from distributor/resellers stem from the manufacturer.

Companies like Taylor's or Cimarron may have a better receipt inspection process and catch/resolve most issues before they're out the door to the customer.

 

[Johnny Tremain]

Hugs my 1860 Pietta

 

[springfield art]

Hmmm. Two of the nicest Uberti's I own came from Midway in the last several months.

Handsome-looking, both!

 

[springfield art]

Not to continue to beat a dead horse but both my Pietta 1851 and 1860 came from Midway and both were fine and I had no complaints.

Most resellers/distributors receipt inspections are typically just to make sure the received the correct item for their purchase order and the correct quantity. It then goes into stock pending sale. Its not really the place of the distributor to ensure functionality of the product they've purchased to resell but that of the manufacturer. The only stipulation to this would be product returns in which case the distributor/reseller would normally inspect the return to verify its condition can be restocked or sent off for work.

The issues from distributor/resellers stem from the manufacturer.

Companies like Taylor's or Cimarron may have a better receipt inspection process and catch/resolve most issues before they're out the door to the customer.

I doubt they even open the boxes: too much time involved and it would make them look like "returns" or something. What do you guys think?

 

[JRL1164]

I doubt they even open the boxes: too much time involved and it would make them look like "returns" or something. What do you guys think?

I doubt it as well. As a distributor of various outdoor goods their receipt inspection is probably more of did I receive the correct stuff and quantity. From there I'm sure its longed into whatever system they use and taken to its designated place in their warehouse until an order is placed.

 

[GYJ]

I always bear in mind two things. People are FAR more likely to be vocal about something they're disappointed with than something they're satisfied with, by a wide margin. Second, there is no better place to voice your displeasure about it than the internet.

So I take every complaint with a grain of salt. Especially those from folks who do not seem to understand the significance (or lack thereof) of their singular issue with a singular example. The idea that we should all avoid buying blackpowder guns from Midway because one guy had a problem with one gun is more than a little absurd.

 

[Stantheman86]

I always bear in mind two things. People are FAR more likely to be vocal about something they're disappointed with than something they're satisfied with, by a wide margin. Second, there is no better place to voice your displeasure about it than the internet.

So I take every complaint with a grain of salt. Especially those from folks who do not seem to understand the significance (or lack thereof) of their singular issue with a singular example. The idea that we should all avoid buying blackpowder guns from Midway because one guy had a problem with one gun is more than a little absurd.

99% of everyday buyers of any product, guns, shoes, etc. Who are satisfied and the product works , usually don't bother to go online and leave a review

Even for businesses. The guy came and put oil in my oil tank. I didn't go on Google Reviews and rate my experience receiving oil.

Now , had the guy backed into my house and put a hole in my wall, left and denied it was him I'd be on every place I could find talking about it.

 

[woodsnwater]

I always bear in mind two things. People are FAR more likely to be vocal about something they're disappointed with than something they're satisfied with, by a wide margin. Second, there is no better place to voice your displeasure about it than the internet.

So I take every complaint with a grain of salt. Especially those from folks who do not seem to understand the significance (or lack thereof) of their singular issue with a singular example. The idea that we should all avoid buying blackpowder guns from Midway because one guy had a problem with one gun is more than a little absurd.

What I said was the 1862 police I received from midway had a lot of problems, and I suggested if you want one, buy a used one made before 2020. I never said that "all avoid buying all blackpowder guns from Midway".

 

[GBG]

on GB they got 2 original colt dragoons. one for 7.7K the other 9.9K. the hell with the Italian guns get a real american made one

If an American manufacturer could sell a decent functioning accurate reproduction built with modern steel for $2000 that's what I would buy. Same for an Italian manufacturer.

I don't leave online evaluations. IIRC, this thread is the first time I've mentioned the gun to anyone. I understood the no return policy and never asked for one. I expected to do some work to get a reasonably functioning gun; but there is a difference between low quality and dangerous. I wouldn't let anyone load and fire this particular revolver as is.

The refurbishment process will have to start in the blacksmith shop, not the machine shop.

 

[1861 Springfield]

No, it really existed / exists. I have 5 of them and they were built exactly as designed. Not a copy of anything but a genuine original Ruger Model.

Mike

again its a fantasy gun

 

[southlandmechser]

I don’t know of any gun store that will take a gun back after it leaves their doors. Last year I received a Dragoon from Midway that had a blemish on the finish. I called them and was told to send it back to them for an exchange or refund. The blemish came off with Flitz so I kept it otherwise it would have been taken back as instructed.
I have bought unmentionables at Academy, Bass Pro, and local gunshops and was told once the gun leaves the store any issues with it need to go thru the manufacturer, not them.

 

[southlandmechser]

I purchased an Uberti 1847 Walker from Misway earlier this year. When I received it three of the cylinders were rusty. I photographed it and sent the photo to them.

I don’t know of any gun store that will take a gun back after it leaves their doors. Last year I received a Dragoon from Midway that had a blemish on the finish. I called them and was told to send it back to them for an exchange or refund. The blemish came off with Flitz so I kept it otherwise it would have been taken back as instructed.
I have bought unmentionables at Academy, Bass Pro, and local gunshops and was told once the gun leaves the store any issues with it need to go thru the manufacturer, not them.

I purchased an Uberti 1947 Walker from Midway recently. Upon arrival I discovered three of the cylinders were corroded. I photographed the cylinders and sent them to Midway (Yes, paperwork said non-refundable), they exchanged the revolver without any difficulty. Always, give a business the chance....I've NEVER had a problem Midway has NOT resolved.

 

[SPQR70AD]

90% of Italian guns are OK and will last a long time. some are less then $300. so all a nitpicker has to do is send it out for new springs and parts timing for maybe $250 and they will have a great pistol for under 600

 

[stephenprops1]

I purchased an Uberti 1847 Walker from Misway earlier this year. When I received it three of the cylinders were rusty. I photographed it and sent the photo to them.

I purchased an Uberti 1947 Walker from Midway recently. Upon arrival I discovered three of the cylinders were corroded. I photographed the cylinders and sent them to Midway (Yes, paperwork said non-refundable), they exchanged the revolver without any difficulty. Always, give a business the chance....I've NEVER had a problem Midway has NOT resolved.

I agree. Things do sometimes go wrong. When that happens, I always give the person and/or the company the chance to make it right. If they fix it, then I am satisfied and will continue to shop with them. If they will not fix it, or they do so only after I have to put up a fight, I will be done with them and give them a deserving review.

 

[ernbar]

I purchased an Uberti 1847 Walker from Misway earlier this year. When I received it three of the cylinders were rusty. I photographed it and sent the photo to them.

I purchased an Uberti 1947 Walker from Midway recently. Upon arrival I discovered three of the cylinders were corroded. I photographed the cylinders and sent them to Midway (Yes, paperwork said non-refundable), they exchanged the revolver without any difficulty. Always, give a business the chance....I've NEVER had a problem Midway has NOT resolved.

I had mentioned that I had a minor issue with a Midway purchased Uberti and they were willing to exchange or refund the transaction but I was able to polish out the blemish so I kept it. I think Midway ‘s no return policy doesn’t apply to a clearly damaged pistol as received.

 

[Hawk54]

A Ruger Old army is a Blackhawk set up to shoot black powder. Super strong pistol but still basically a Blackhawk. Still it is a black powder pistol and if all you want is to shoot a black powder revolver without concerns about historical appearances the Old Army would get my vote.